Yoga Poses for Lordosis

Published on July 22, 2008

Because of its emphasis on proper posture, yoga can help reverse the “swayback” curve that occurs in postural lordosis.

To correct this “swayback” curve, you must learn to “tuck your tailbone under” to help flatten the low back through the engagement of the abdominal and core muscles of the body. Use poses that round the low back engage the “tailbone tuck” to reverse the “swayback” curve and to stretch the muscles of the low back. Building strength through poses that engage the core muscles of the abdominals and low back will be most helpful. Spine lengthening poses promote good posture and proper alignment of the vertebrae.

Cautions and Contraindications: Lordosis caused by osteoporosis, severe scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, and ankylosing spondylitis may benefit from the therapeutic use of these poses, but it is highly recommended that you consult with a medical professional before starting a yoga practice. If the spine has developed Osteoporosis or Osteopenia, deep backbends like camel, bow and wheel can be painful and even cause injury and should be avoided or approached with great caution.

Click on an image or posture name for detailed instructions, contraindications and modifications.

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Timothy Burgin is a Kripalu & Pranakriya trained yoga instructor living and teaching in Asheville, NC. Timothy has studied and taught many styles of yoga and has completed a 500-hour Advanced Pranakriya Yoga training. Timothy has been serving as the Executive Director of YogaBasics.com since 2000. He has authored two yoga books and has written over 500 articles on the practice and philosophy of yoga. Timothy is also the creator of Japa Mala Beads and has been designing and importing mala beads since 2004.
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